The weather can change every day, so it is important to give and receive advice about it. Knowing what to wear, how to prepare, and what activities to do depending on the weather is useful. In this lesson, students will learn how to give and respond to advice about different weather conditions.
GRAMMAR: GIVING AND RESPONDING TO ADVICE
We use “should” and “shouldn’t” to give advice about the weather.
✅ “You should wear a coat because it’s cold.”
✅ “You shouldn’t go outside without an umbrella. It might rain.”
Sentence Structure
Subject + should/shouldn’t + verb + (reason).
“You should take a hat if it’s sunny.”
“You shouldn’t wear sandals when it’s snowing.”
“We should stay inside during a storm.”
Responding to Advice
Agreeing:
“That’s a good idea!”
“Yes, you’re right.”
“Thanks! I’ll do that.”
Disagreeing:
“I don’t think that’s necessary.”
“I’ll be fine without it.”
“I prefer to do it my way.”
VOCABULARY
Advice – A suggestion to help someone.
Example: “She gave me good advice about the weather.”Prepare – To get ready for something.
Example: “We need to prepare for the storm.”Forecast – A prediction of the weather.
Example: “The weather forecast says it will rain tomorrow.”Coat – A thick jacket for cold weather.
Example: “Wear a coat when it’s freezing.”Umbrella – A tool to protect from rain.
Example: “Take an umbrella if it looks cloudy.”Hat – A covering for the head.
Example: “A hat helps when it’s sunny.”Storm – Bad weather with rain, wind, or thunder.
Example: “The storm is coming tonight.”Gloves – Clothing for hands in cold weather.
Example: “Wear gloves to keep your hands warm.”Sunscreen – A cream to protect from the sun.
Example: “Use sunscreen on hot days.”Cloudy – When the sky is covered with clouds.
Example: “It is cloudy but not raining.”
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
“You should bring an umbrella.”
“I think you should wear a jacket.”
“You shouldn’t stay outside for too long.”
“It’s better to take a hat.”
“That’s a good idea!”
“Thanks for the advice!”
“I don’t think it’s necessary.”
“I’ll be fine without it.”
“Be careful, it’s going to rain.”
“I agree with you.”
SENTENCES
Positive Sentences
“You should wear sunscreen in the summer.”
“We should stay inside during the storm.”
“You should take a scarf if it’s windy.”
Negative Sentences
“You shouldn’t go outside without a coat in winter.”
“We shouldn’t swim when it’s too cold.”
“You shouldn’t forget your umbrella.”
Questions
“What should I wear today?”
“Should I take a raincoat?”
“Do you think I should bring an umbrella?”
Answers
“Yes, you should. It might rain.”
“No, you shouldn’t. It’s sunny.”
“I think you should take a jacket.”
CONVERSATION
Scene: Two friends talking about the weather.
Emma: Hey, do you think I should take a coat today?
Jake: Yes, you should. It’s going to be cold tonight.
Emma: Okay, thanks for the advice!
Jake: No problem! Also, take an umbrella. It might rain.
Emma: Oh! I almost forgot. I’ll take one.
READING: “A Trip to the Park”
Lisa and Tom plan to go to the park. Lisa checks the weather forecast. It says it will be hot and sunny.
Lisa tells Tom, “You should wear a hat and use sunscreen.” Tom listens and wears a hat.
At the park, it gets windy. Tom says, “Maybe we should go home.” But Lisa says, “We shouldn’t worry. The wind is not too strong.”
Later, dark clouds appear. Tom says, “I think we should leave now.” Lisa agrees, and they go home before the rain starts.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q: What does Lisa check before going to the park?
A: She checks the weather forecast.Q: What advice does Lisa give Tom?
A: She tells him to wear a hat and use sunscreen.Q: What happens at the park?
A: It gets windy.Q: Do they stay at the park when dark clouds appear?
A: No, they leave before it rains.Q: Does Tom follow Lisa’s advice?
A: Yes, he wears a hat.
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